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Explore the Hidden Benefits of TreesTuesday, March 24 – 7 p.m.

Learn more about the connection between the trees in your Plymouth neighborhood and your physical and financial well-being. Presented Michigan DNR Urban Forestry Program Manager Kevin Sayers and sponsored by Keep Plymouth Leafy. Reservation requested at plymouthlibrary.org or 734-453-0750 ext 4.

THE PAUL VORNHAGEN JAZZ QUARTET: THE AMERICAN SONGBOOK OF JAZZSunday, March 8, 3 p.m.Winner of six Detroit Music Awards, saxophonist/flutist/vocalist Paul VornHagen will perform the music of jazz icons accompanied by pianist Phil Kelly, bassist Jeff Pedraz, and drummer Pete Siers. Registration requested.

Rhapsody: Music at the Library

HERBIE RUSS Sunday, April 5, 3 p.m.Singer, saxophonist, keyboardist, producer, and songwriter Herbie Russ will perform a soulful mix of hits.

Registration requested.

THE SCU BAND FEATURING STACEY MURRAY Sunday, May 3, 3 p.m.Enjoy the vocal stylings of Stacey Murray, winner of the 2019 Detroit Jazz/R&B Singer of the Year Award, along with the Self Contained Unit (SCU) Band. Registration requested.

HOW TO SET FINANCIAL GOALS:

Tuesday, April 7, 7 p.m.

Whether it is saving for your children’s college, for retirement or both, everyone should set individual financial goals before investing their hard earn dollars in the stock market. Registration requested.

Guest Presenter: Ken Bloom, J.D., LLM Bloom Asset Management

RAISING FINANCIALLY AWARE CHILDREN:

Friday, April 10, 10 a.m.

Teaching your kids the importance of cultivating good financial habits is vital for today’s parents. This seminar will provide parents with tips on how to educate their children about the significance of money management, saving and being financially aware. Registration requested.

Guest Presenter: Jonathan Goldberg, J.D., CPA, Bloom Asset Management

Homesteading 101Tuesday, April 21 – 6:30 p.m.

It doesn’t take much effort to live a homesteading life, even in the suburbs or a modest living space in the city. This workshop will cover gardening, canning, root cellars and chickens, wild crafting, harvesting, cooking, and much more. Learn how to save money, grow closer as a family, supplement your income, and produce the best food you have ever tasted. Registration requested.

APRIL 4–11 2020

The State of 223 S. Main: Future Building NeedsThe Plymouth District Library has tackled an ambitious plan of building maintenance and systems replacement over the last several years. Since 2014, the following building components have been replaced:

The vast majority of the expense associated with these building upgrades was covered by the Library’s designated building fund, a commitment made by the Library’s Board of Trustees when the building opened in 1998. “The foresight of the trustees was a tremendous gift to the community," explained Carol Souchock, Library Director. “We were able to make major repairs without closing the building or going to the citizens for additional funding.” In addition to use of the building fund, the Library often secures alternative funding sources, such as grants, gifts and contributions.

Even with preventative maintenance and cleaning, the almost 1,000 Library visitors each day do contribute to the general wear and tear on the building. Looking forward, a number of building and mechanical features will need replacement over the coming decade. These include:

• Roof

• Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning systems

• Entrance stairs, ramp and snow-melt system

• LED conversion of exterior lighting

• Computer Lab

• Network infrastructure

• Life safety and security systems

• Landscaping

• Elevators

• LED Lighting Conversion

• Windows

• Carpet

Celebrating Architectural Excellence from Kahn to RowlandThe Library will celebrate some of Detroit’s outstanding architecture this spring, when a special exhibit and several related programs take place. Sponsored by the Friends of the Plymouth District Library, you will not want to miss:

WIRT C. ROWLAND EXHIBITION

This exhibit was created to present the creative genius of Wirt Clinton Rowland (1878-1946). During Detroit’s golden age, he created a new skyline with his 1920’s design of the Buhl, Penobscot and Guardian buildings.

BUILDING THE MODERN WORLD: ALBERT KAHN IN DETROIT

Monday, April 30, 7 p.m.

Industrial architect Albert Kahn invented the humane “daylight factories”. Detroit News reporter and author Michael H. Hodges will review Kahn’s local legacy, his vigorous defense of Diego Rivera’s “Detroit Industry” murals, and his role helping the Soviets repel the Nazis in 1941-42.

THE GUARDIAN BUILDING: CATHEDRAL OF FINANCE

Saturday, April 11, 3:30 p.m.

James W. Tottis, presents the history of Rowland's Union Trust Building, now known as the Guardian Building.

DESIGNING DETROIT: WIRT ROWLAND AND THE RISE OF MODERN AMERICAN ARCHITECTURE

Saturday, May 30, 3 p.m.

Michael G. Smith, gives a talk on Wirt Rowland, a leader of Detroit’s architectural community. Rowland’s work throughout both World Wars and the Great Depression will be examined.

DROP-IN TECH TUTORING

Saturdays, from 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Teen volunteers are ready, willing, and able to help you with specific questions you have regarding computer basics, Internet, e-mail, and more.

Computer Classes at the LibrarySpace is limited for these hands-on classes.

Please register at plymouthlibrary.org under EVENTS or call 734-453-0750 ext 4.

COMPUTER BASICS 1

Wednesday, March 4 at 11 a.m. Monday, April 13 at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 6 at 11 a.m.

COMPUTER BASICS 2

Wednesday, March 11 at 11 a.m. Monday, April 20 at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 at 11 a.m.

GOOGLE DOCS

Tuesday, March 31 at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 7 at 7 p.m.

GOOGLE DRIVE

Tuesday, April 28 at 10 a.m.

LET ME GOOGLE THAT FOR YOU

Wednesday, April 29 at 7 p.m.

MS PUBLISHER BASICS

Thursday, May 21 at 10 a.m.

EXCEL BASICS

Monday, March 16 at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 at 10 a.m. Monday, May 11 at 7 p.m.

WORD PROCESSING BASICS

Saturday, March 21 at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 at 7 p.m.

INTRO TO PHOTOSHOP

(Prerequisite: Experience with the computer and MS office programs) Wednesday, April 1 at 7 p.m.

ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD SUITE

Classes continue - go to plymouthlibrary.org and click on EVENTS for up-to-date class listing.

You and Census 2020 PlymouthIT WILL BE QUICK AND EASY AND WE’RE HERE TO HELP

In partnership with Plymouth Township and the City of Plymouth, the Library will offer a variety of services this spring, to assist with online completion of the upcoming census.

CENSUS INFO Friday, March 20, 11 a.m.

A representative of Wayne County will share important census information and answer your questions. Library staff will be on hand afterwards to will help with completion.

CENSUS ASSISTANCE DROP-IN

Tuesday, March 24, 1 - 3 p.m. and 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Library staff members will be on hand in our upper level lab to help you with online completion of the 2020 Census.

CENSUS HELP ANYTIME, ALL THE TIME

Stop at the Library anytime during our regular hours - a library staff member will help you complete the census.

Attorney Barbara McQuade: Justice and the Rule of LawMonday, May 4, 1 p.m.The Friends of the Plymouth District Library will welcome UM law professor Barbara L. McQuade this spring. From 2010 to 2017, Ms. McQuade served as the U.S Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan. Her office brought cases involving public corruption, terrorism, white collar crime, drug trafficking, and civil rights, among others. She is also currently a legal analyst for NBC News and MSNBC.

Brown Bag BooksThis Library book discussion group meets at noon on the fourth Wednesday of each month and is always open to new members. The group selects the books for discussion, which are available at the check-out desk during the month preceding the discussion. Volunteers from among the group lead the discussion, with background materials supplied by the librarian. Bring your own lunch or snack; the Library provides beverages. Titles for upcoming months are:

March 25 The Sport of Kings by C.E. Morgan

An American tale centered on a Triple Crown contender and two families: one white,

a Southern dynasty; the other African-American, the descendants of their slaves. The two families must face the consequences of their ambitions, as each is driven by the same, enduring question: How far away from your father can you run? The Sport of Kings is an unflinching portrait of lives cast in the shadow of slavery and a moral epic for our time.

April 22 Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward

Jojo and his toddler sister, Kayla, live with their grandparents, Mam and Pop, and the occasional

presence of their drug-addicted mother, Leonie. Leonie is tormented and comforted by visions of her dead brother; Mam is dying of cancer; and quiet, steady Pop tries to run the household and teach Jojo how to be a man. Rich with Ward’s distinctive, musical language, Sing, Unburied, Sing is the winner of the 2017 National Book Award.

May 27 The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah

Ernt Allbright, a former POW, comes home from the Vietnam war a changed and volatile

man. When he loses yet another job, he makes an impulsive decision: he will move his family north, to Alaska, and live off the grid. Thirteen-year-old Leni, hopes in vain, that a new land will lead to a better future, yet Ernt’s fragile mental state deteriorates, the family fractures and Leni and her mother learn the terrible truth: they are on their own.

Books on TapPDL & the Liberty Street Brewing Co. host this monthly book club, meeting to talk books, socialize and kick back with a cold one. Meetings take place at Liberty Street Brewery at 149 W. Liberty Street, in the heart of Plymouth’s Old Village. Copies of the book on deck are available at the Reader’s Advisory Desk on the main level. Cheers!

Thursday, March 19 7 p.m.The Mars Room by Rachel Kushner

Romy Hall is at the start of two consecutive life sentences at Stanville

Women's Correctional Facility. Outside is the world of her youth and young son, Jackson. Inside she finds thousands of women hustling to survive; the casual acts of violence by guards and prisoners alike; and the absurdities of institutional living.

Thursday, April 16 7 p.m.What the Eyes Don’t See by Mona Hanna-Attisha

From the heroic pediatrician who rallied a community and brought

the fight for justice to national attention comes a powerful firsthand account of the Flint water crisis--a dramatic story of failed democracy and inspiring citizen advocacy and action.

Thursday, May 21 7 p.m.The Leavers by Lisa Ko

One morning, Deming Guo's mother, an undocumented Chinese immigrant named Polly,

goes to her job at a Bronx nail salon and never comes home. The Leavers is the story of how Deming comes into his own when everything he's loved has been taken away--and how a mother learns to live with the mistakes of her past.

Adult ProgramsAdult ProgramsAdult ProgramsAdult Programs

Start a new hobby this spring Join us for any of these monthly programs. Asterisks indicate programs where registration is requested.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS

Conversation - Every Monday, 10 a.m. Reading - 2nd & 4th Monday, 12 noon

NEEDLECRAFTERS

4th Monday, 7 p.m.

FILM CLUB***Watch and discuss an independent, foreign, award-winning or classic film. Popcorn and other refreshments provided! Saturdays, 1-5 p.m. - March 21, April 18, May 30

WRITING GROUP

1st & 3rd Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.

CHESS CLUB

2nd & 4th Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.

GARDEN GROUP

4th Thursday, 7 p.m. April 23, May 28

DIA @ PDL***

Thursdays, 7 p.m. - March 26, May 28 Please check calendar at plymouthlibrary.org to confirm dates and times.

PAPERCRAFTERS***

Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m., Saturday, May 23, 10 a.m.

TABLETOP GAMES

Saturdays, 1 – 4 p.m. March 7, April 4, May 5

SCORE BUSINESS CONSULTATIONS***

Go to http://plymouthlibrary.org/index.php/business to choose your late - afternoon one-on-one appointment on March 25, 26, April 1, April 22, 30, May 20, or 28.

OrigamiThursday, April 9, 7– 8:30 p.m. Join us for an origami crafting session with Michael Hart of Hart Origami and Crafts. Registration requested.

Folded Book ArtSaturday, March 14, 10 a.m.

Learn the art of book folding from Sean, PDL’s resident book folder. We will go over creating a design, selecting the right book for the project, and tips for keeping yourself happy and comfortable while folding hundreds of pages to create unique art. Registration requested.

Blood on the MittenThursday, March 12 at 7 p.m.

Tom Carr, author of Blood on the Mitten and MI BAD, tells of crimes of passion, greed, insanity and just plain awfulness throughout Michigan's history. Carr, an award-winning journalist currently working on his third book, will mix stories of local interest, with dark incidents from all over the two peninsulas, while discussing their historical and social significance.

Reservation requested at 734-453-0750 ext 4 or online at plymouthlibrary.org.

Make Better Photos: Basics of PhotographyWith Ryan Rupprecht, CPP of Ryan Charles Photography

Saturdays, April 11 and May 9, 10 a.m. –1 p.m.

In this session, we will go over the basics of photography, including framing, exposure, background selection, and use of both natural and artificial light to create compelling images. After the class, join us for a guided photo walk through downtown Plymouth. Bring your favorite camera – anything from your cell phone to a DSLR.

Thursday, May 14, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

In this session, we’ll help you get to know your camera better. Learn what goes into getting a perfect exposure, what to look for in a lens, and what that mysterious button does. Bring your camera and your questions!

Registration requested.

Contemporary Books Discussion GroupThis group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Library. New members are welcome at any time. Titles are selected by the group and each month a group member moderates the informal discussion. The current title is available at the main level Reader’s Advisory Desk in the Library.

Titles for the coming months are:

March 10 Where the Crawdads Sing By Delia Owens

A gentle yet symbolic depiction of the valiant survival of “Marsh Girl” Kya Clark — a reclusive young girl who has been abandoned by her parents, siblings, school system, the entire

town surrounding her, and what ultimately feels like life itself.

April 14 On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous By Ocean Vuong

On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous is a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. Written when the speaker, Little Dog, is in his late twenties, the letter unearths a family's history that began

before he was born--a history whose epicenter is rooted in Vietnam--and serves as a doorway into parts of his life his mother has never known, all of it leading to an unforgettable revelation.

May 12 Educated By Tara Westover

Born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho, Tara Westover was seventeen the first time she set foot in a classroom. Her family was so isolated from mainstream society that there was no one to

ensure the children received an education. When her brother got into college, Tara decided to try a new kind of life. Her quest for knowledge transformed her, taking her over oceans and across continents, to Harvard and to Cambridge University.

Seeking Local Authors…Are you a recently published author in search of new fans?

Take this opportunity to promote your literary works (fiction and nonfiction; for youth, teen or adult readers) and meet other local authors and book fans at our 12th Annual Local Author Fair, scheduled for Saturday afternoon, May 16.

To be considered, an “Application to Participate” is required. The Application will be available March 1st on our plymouthlibrary.org website, and in the Library.

For additional information, contact Holly Hibner by phone, 734.453.0750, ext. 213, or by email, hhibner@plymouthlibrary.org.

Author FairSaturday, May 16, 1 p.m.

Highlighting literary talent from Plymouth and surrounding communities, our 12th Annual Local Author Fair provides a forum for authors to meet each other and you. Enjoy browsing and conversation from 1 to 3 p.m. Books across various genres and ages will be available for purchase and signing.

We award prizes to the author with the “best book display” based on your vote, as well as to two lucky visitors to the Fair.

See our website mid-April for a list of authors, titles, book covers, and subject matter. Drop-in!

Join us for Magic: The Gathering Club

See page 4 for details.

Cut The CordTuesday, March 31 – 7 p.m. Saturday, May 9 – 1 p.m.

Tired of paying the ever-increasing prices for cable TV? Learn how to "cut the cord" and still enjoy programming using a variety of streaming devices. This program is for beginners; questions are welcome!

Registration requested.

Using U.S. Church Records to Find Your Family HistoryWednesday, May 6 at 7 p.m.

Genealogist Kathy Petlewski will discuss the wealth of information that may be found in U.S. church records for Roman Catholic and most major Protestant denominations; how to determine if records exist, and then how to access these valuable resources.

March Reading Program and Our Favorite Feline: Pete the Cat Celebrate National Reading Month by stopping by the library for our Pete the Cat “Reading Rocks” Reading Program. Drop by anytime starting March 1 and get your own special bag, bookmark and reading log. Show us your reading log any time between April 1 and 15 to receive a prize and have your name posted in the library.

Tumble Book Library

Looking for a parent-approved, fun way for kids to discover and enjoy e-books? Try TumbleBooks, an e-book resource with a wonderful selection that ranges from animated picture books to early readers, to the best of children’s chapter books and classics. This easy to use and child-user friendly resource is easy to access and enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone, right from the library’s website. Watch as Tumblebooks brings stories, songs, and learning to life!

Dragon and Unicorn DayHear ye, hear ye! Join us for a fantastical celebration. Unicorn and dragon lovers of all ages are welcome on Saturday, March 28! Costumes are invited! Will you be dressed as a magical creature? A knight? A fairy? An ogre? We’ll commence at 1 p.m. with a 15-minute story time for young ones. From 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., all ages can enjoy a clue hunt through downtown Plymouth. Back at the Library, there will be a photo booth, snacks, crafts and games from 2 – 3 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Celebrate Money Smart Week, Saturday April 11, at the library with programs for children ages 2 to 12 years old.

STORYTIME AND FREE BOOK

Ages 2 – 5 | 10 a.m.

FUN ACTIVITIES AND FREE BOOK

Ages 5 – 8 | 10:30 a.m.

FUN ACTIVITIES AND FREE BOOK

Ages 9 – 12 | 11 a.m.

Registration begins April 4 at the Youth HELP desk or by calling 734-453-0750, option 5.

MARCH AND APRIL

FAMILY STORYTIME(children 2 - 5 years)

Tuesdays, March 3 – April 7

Stories, songs and activities for children ages 2 to 5 and their families.

10 a.m. Adult and child attend session together.

11 a.m. Adult and child attend session together.

Registration begins February 25.

TODDLER/PARENT STORYTIME(for children 2 - 3 years)

Wednesdays, March 4 – April 8

10 a.m. Storytime is a one-on-one session with toddlers and adults participating together.

Please make other arrangements for siblings.

11 a.m. Storytime is a family session with siblings and other family members welcome.

Registration begins February 26.

MAY AND JUNE

FAMILY STORYTIME(children 2 - 5 years)

Wednesdays, May 6 – June 10

Stories, songs and activities for children ages 2 to 5 and their families.

10 a.m. Adult and child attend session together.

11 a.m. Adult and child attend session together.

Registration begins April 29.

TODDLER/PARENT STORYTIME(for children 2 - 3 years)

Thursdays, May 7 – June 11

10 a.m. Storytime is a one-on-one session with toddlers and adults participating together.

Please make other arrangements for siblings.

11 a.m. Storytime is a family session with siblings and other family members welcome.

Registration begins April 30.

REGISTER FOR ALL STORYTIMES at the Youth Services Desk or by phone at 734-453-0750, # 5.

Saturday Drop-In Storytime

Join us for our family storytime: The 2nd and 4th Saturday at 10 a.m. of each month will be drop-in storytime for children ages 2 -7 and their families. Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays and other fun activities on:

March 14 and 28, April 11 and 25, May 9 and 23.

Registration is not required.

STORYTIMESYouth Programs

Tuesday ClubsEvery Tuesday we have a drop in program from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. for school aged children.

FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

LEGO CLUB

March 3, April 7, and May 5April 7 will be extended from 2 – 5 p.m.

SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

POKEMON CLUB

March 10, April 14, and May 12

Featuring cards, trading and Pokemon movies.

THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

GAME CLUB

March 17, April 21, and May 19

Drop in each week to play a variety of games.

FOURTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

MAKER CLUB

March 24, April 28, and May 26

We will be making fun projects.

FIFTH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH

MOVIE CLUB

March 31

Come relax and watch a movie.

These programs are meant for children ages 5-12. No registration is required.

Build Club: Extended EditionTuesday, April 7, 2 – 5 p.m.

This Spring Break, our Tuesday LegoClub is open from 2 – 5 pm. We provide a variety of materials: lego, blocks, and more! Get ready for building fun! Drop-in for kids ages 5 – 12 years old.

Spring Break: Scavenger HuntCome by the Youth Floor for some fun during Spring Break! Use your sleuthing skills to complete a mystery scavenger hunt. Drop-in for kids up to 12 years old. Ongoing: Monday, April 6 – Saturday, April 11

Baby TimeBaby Time is a 15-minute story, song and rhyme time, followed by a 30-minute playtime.

This program is for babies aged six to 24 months old and their care-givers. Only the care-giver and baby may attend. No siblings please. Baby Time is on the first and third Monday of each month and the first and third Saturday of each month (excluding holidays) at 10 a.m.

Mondays: March 2March 16April 6April 20May 4 May 18

Saturdays: March 7March 21April 4 April 18 May 2 May 16

Registration is not required.

Pizza and Pages - A book club for Grades 4th-7thEnjoy reading a good book? Enjoy eating a good pizza? Now you can enjoy both! We will be reading books of all genres including: mystery, science fiction, fantasy, humor, and more. Every 3rd Monday of the month: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

MARCH 16 APRIL 20 MAY 18

Pieby Sarah Weeks

Rulesby Cynthia Lord

Front Desk by Kelly Yang

* Sign-up at the Youth Services Desk or by calling (734) 453-0750, #5. You will receive your own copy of the book for that month but space is limited so be sure to reserve your spot.

Plymouth District Library BoardBrian Anderson, Presidentbanderson@plymouthlibrary.org

Yasir Khogali, Vice Presidentykhogali@plymouthlibrary.org

Jacqueline George, Secretaryjgeorge@plymouthlibrary.org

Mike Pappas, Treasurer mpappas@plymouthlibrary.org

Stephen Harper, Trusteesharper@plymouthlibrary.org

Mary Maguire, Trustee mmaguire@plymouthlibrary.org

John Morrison, Trustee jmorrison@plymouthlibrary.org

Carol Souchock, Director csouchock@plymouthlibrary.org

APRIL 4–11 2020

We’ll be back at the Farmer’s Market for Free Comic Book DaySaturday, May 2, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Get a preview of what’s going on with your favorite superhero or catch a sneak peek of the latest and greatest in comics! All ages are welcome to visit the library’s booth at the Plymouth Farmer’s Market and pick up a free comic book (one per person).

Teen VolunteersThe Library offers many volunteer opportunities for middle school and high school students.

If you would like to help us put away DVDs, CDs and video games or just learn more about being a volunteer, visit the Teen Volunteer page at plymouthlibrary.org where you can print an application and register for an upcoming orientation session.

High schoolers… be a Teen Tech Tutor. No special skills required, just a willingness to come to the Library on Saturday mornings and share what you know about phones, computers and other technology with newbies. Applications are available online.

For more information, check outthe Teen Volunteers page at plymouthlibrary.org.

Summer Volunteer OpportunityThe Library will once again be looking for teens to be Reading Buddies this summer. Share your love of books (and make a new buddy) with a young new reader. Details and signup will be posted to the Teen Volunteer page in May. Program training will be on Monday, June 29.

To put yourself on the interest list today: email hpacheco@plymouthlibrary.org.

Magic: The Gathering ClubFridays from 3 – 5 p.m. March 6 and 20, April 3 and 17, May 1, May 15 and 29

Come play Magic: The Gathering (MTG) at the Library! Bring your friends or make new ones as you battle it out for planeswalker supremacy. No experience or cards are necessary, starter materials can be provided. Come ready to play formats such as Standard, Modern, and Commander (EDH). Ages 11+, adults welcome.

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Books and Bites Grab a copy of the book each month from the Reader’s Advisory Desk. If you attend the discussion, the book is yours to keep!

Assassin’s Apprenticeby Robin HobbTuesday, March 17 from 4 – 5 p.m.Young Fitz is the bastard son of the noble Prince Chivalry, raised in the shadow of the royal court by his father’s gruff stableman. He is treated as an outcast by all the royalty except the devious King Shrewd, who has him secretly tutored in the arts

of the assassin. For in Fitz’s blood runs the magic Skill.

As barbarous raiders ravage the coasts, Fitz is growing to manhood. Soon he will face his first dangerous, soul-shattering mission. And though some regard him as a threat to the throne, he may just be the key to the survival of the kingdom.

Overthrowby Stephen KinzerTuesday, April 21 from 4 – 5 p.m. In Overthrow, Stephen Kinzer tells the stories of the audacious politicians, spies, military commanders, and business executives who took it upon themselves to depose monarchs, presidents, and prime ministers. He also shows

that the U.S. government has often pursued these operations without understanding the countries involved; as a result, many of them have had disastrous long-term consequences.

In a compelling and provocative history that takes readers to fourteen countries, including Cuba, Iran, South Vietnam, Chile, and Iraq, Kinzer surveys modern American history from a new and often surprising perspective.

The Lost Boys of Sudan: An American Story of the Refugee Experienceby Mark BixlerTuesday, May 19 from 4 – 5 p.m.In 2000 the United States began accepting 3,800 refugees from one of Africa’s longest civil wars. They were just some of the thousands of young men, known as “Lost Boys,” who had been

orphaned or otherwise separated from their families in the chaos of a brutal conflict that has ravaged Sudan since 1983. The Lost Boys of Sudan focuses on four of these refugees.

Dungeons and DragonsWednesdays from 4 – 7 p.m. March 11 and 25, April 8 and 22, May 13 and 27

Come all ye bards and barbarians!

Is this your first campaign, or is it your hundredth? Are you interested in DM’ing (Dungeon Mastering) or just want to play a character? No matter the case, come and check out our Dungeons and Dragons group. Play with friends and make new ones, the game is entirely in your hands as you embark on epic journeys and ridiculous side quests.

Be nice to your dice, and may the rolls be in your favor!

Dungeon Masters (DMs) WantedAre you between the ages of 11–18 and have an interest in running a Dungeons and Dragons campaign?

Become an official DM for our Dungeons and Dragons program, and help bring fun and collaboration to even more of the Plymouth community. No prior DM experience is required!

For more information, check out the Teen Volunteers page at plymouthlibrary.org.

STEM Workshops for Students in Grades 4 – 8Canton High School’s STEM Academy students, with the generous support of Bosch and the Friends of the Plymouth District Library, invite students in grades 4 – 8 to have hands-on fun with science, technology, engineering and math.

On Thursday, March 12, 4 p.m. – Engineer a towerWe’ll look at stability of structures and how to build the strongest thing. Take the challenge to build the best tower.

On Thursday, April 16, 4 p.m. – Dissection Day We will look at biological specimens. We will dissect a flower and also the heart of a cow.

On Thursday, May 14, 4 p.m. – Buoyancy and Water We will talk about the properties of water as well as the idea of density. Take the boat building challenge to see whose barge can hold the most weight.

Snacks provided. Later arrivals are welcome.

Video Club for TeensThursdays, March 19, April 23, & May 21, 7 p.m.

Learn how to create and edit live-action and animated videos using Adobe Creative Cloud. We’ll make gifs and short videos.

ClosingsSunday, April 12

Easter

Friday, April 24 Staff Safety Training Day

Sunday – Monday, May 24 – 25 Memorial Day

We’re always open atplymouthlibrary.org and you can return items to our drop boxes

off the parking lot, 24/7.

Visit Your LibraryMonday – Thursday 9:30 a.m.–9 p.m.

Friday9:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

Saturday9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

SundayNoon–5 p.m.

Inclusive Social Group Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.March 18, April 15, and May 20

Looking to expand your group of friends? Join us each month to meet new people in a supportive environment and watch your circle of friends grow. Trained peer volunteers host activities to help you get to know others. Youth, ages 11–17, of all abilities welcome.

Sign up online or in the library and let us know if you need any special accommodations.

Please register for any of these programs

by calling 734-453-0750, ext 4 or

going online to plymouthlibrary.org

Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary

aids or services, who are planning to attend

library programs or meetings, should notify

the Library Director, Carol Souchock,

at 734-453-0750, ext. 218.

Reasonable advance notice is required.

Escape reality with virtual reality Drop in to the library on select Saturdays - March 21 or 28, April 4 and 25, May 2 and 16

from 3 – 4:30 p.m. to try out virtual reality with the Oculus Quest. Play Beat Saber and more!

Ages 13 and above, no registration required.

AniManga ClubSaturdays, 1 – 3 p.m.March 14, April 11, and May 9

Love anime and manga? Join us as we explore anime, discuss manga, and eat Japanese snacks.

Registration required.

New Voter’s Guide to ElectionsEvent Dates: Wednesday, March 4 and Wednesday, April 29, 6:30 p.m.

Are you eligible to vote, or will you be 18 years old just in time for this year’s elections? Then this program is for you! There will be at least three elections between March and November this year.

On Wednesday, March 4, learn about the voting process, from registering to vote (in person or absentee) to how to mark your ballot.

On Wednesday, April 29, we will show you when these elections will be and how to find out what is on your local ballot. We will also show you how to research issues and candidates.

Whether you will be eligible to vote in 2020 or will be eligible to vote in the next few years, this program is meant to get you started with your civic engagement.

Poetry Workshop for TeensWednesday, April 1, 7 p.m.

Join us on April Fools’ Day for a workshop with visiting poet, Brittany Rogers. She will help you discover your hidden writing talents with word games and other creative exercises. Teens are encouraged (but not required) to share their ideas at the workshop.

Brittany Rogers is a poet, mother, educator, and Hufflepuff Head of House; she is a reader for Muzzle Magazine, and has work published in Vinyl Poetry and Prose, Freezeray Poetry, Tinderbox Poetry, and The BreakBeat Poets: Black Girl Magic Anthology. Brittany has been nominated for Best New Poets and a Pushcart Prize, and is also a fellow of VONA/Voices, The Watering Hole and Pink Door Writing Retreat.

Free Comic Book DaySaturday May 2, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Teens are welcome to come by the library’s teen zone to choose from a selection of free comic books. Take it home and keep it forever!